Marine Resources (Trochus) Act 1983 (Public Law 1983-15).

Subject

Fisheries

Keyword

Marine fisheries Seasons Enforcement/compliance Protection of species Fishery management and conservation

Geographical area

Micronesia, Oceania, South Pacific

Abstract

An Act to regulate the harvesting of trochus. The 8 sections carry the following titles: Short title (1); Interpretation (2); Application of the Act (3); Regulation of the harvesting of trochus (4); Open season (5); Permitted taking of trochus in open season (6); Removal for replanting, etc. (7); Enforcement (8).

Full text

English

References - Legislation

Repealed by

Marshall Islands Marine Resources Act 1997.

Legislation | Marshall Islands | 1997 (2006)

Keyword: Basic legislation, Fishery management and conservation, Marine fisheries, Foreign fishing, Institution, Access right, Policy/planning, Special fund, Registration, Artisanal fishing, Aquaculture, Mariculture, Enforcement/compliance, Offences/penalties, Fishing authorization, International trade, Fish disease, Animal health, Authorization/permit, Endangered species, Protection of species

Source: FAO, FAOLEX